Gram Flour

Gram flour or besan is a pulse flour made from chana dal or chickpea flour (split Bengal gram) or brown/kaala chana, a chickpea. It is a staple ingredient in the cuisines of the Indian subcontinent, including Indian, Bangladeshi, Burmese, Nepali, Pakistani, Sri Lankan and Caribbean cuisines. It is richer in protein than wheat flour and has a lower glycaemic index, making it a valuable ingredient for those with blood sugar issues. Gram flour is also rich in minerals including potassium, magnesium and phosphorus." a type of flour made from chickpeas (= hard light-brown round beans): Gram flour contains no gluten. Make the sauce by mixing together the yogurt, gram flour, turmeric, salt and water. Synonym. besan.